Medical Questions

Yes. A randomized clinical study published in PLOS One found that vibration therapy using the MedMassager Foot Massager significantly improved symptoms of Restless Legs Syndrome.

• 42% reduction in RLS severity¹
• 45% improvement in sleep quality¹
• 44% improvement in quality-of-life scores¹

¹PLOS One. 2020;15(4):e0230951. Randomized pilot study (n=28) at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.

Diabetes is a serious condition that should be monitored by your medical doctor. We strongly recommend consulting with your provider before attempting treatments such as medical massages.

Depending on your insurance plan, you may be reimbursed for all or part of the purchase of a MedMassager. This typically depends on a specific medical condition and a doctor's recommendation deeming medical massagers necessary. Medicare does not currently cover MedMassager devices.

MedMassager promotes enhanced blood circulation through targeted oscillation. This increased blood flow reduces inflammation by speeding up the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to affected areas, helping tissues heal and recover more efficiently.

Although the American Diabetes Association does not endorse specific medical devices, the MedMassager team has been involved with the ADA for many years in research, advocacy, and the support of therapeutic treatments.

Plantar fasciitis can take several weeks to resolve whether using the MedMassager or receiving professional clinical treatment. Treating at home is more cost efficient in the long run and much more convenient. Make sure you review the "Advanced Techniques" in our user manual.

Coumadin is a blood thinner that increases the risk of bruising and bleeding. Always consult your doctor before using a medical massage device if you are taking Coumadin.

We recommend consulting your doctor before using the MedMassager on spider veins, as severity can vary from patient to patient. However, if your doctor approves its use, many patients see great results as it works to restore circulation in the feet and legs while stimulating blood flow.

Paraneoplastic pemphigus is a serious condition usually manifesting in cancer patients, causing blisters on the skin. We don’t recommend any cancer patients to use the MedMassager due to potential complications as well as the breakage of skin blisters risking infection.

MedMassager aids in relaxing muscle spasms caused by MS, temporarily reducing pain and discomfort.

FMS is a complex and often unpredictable nerve and muscle condition believed to be caused by nerve hypersensitivity resulting in pain and muscle spasms. MedMassager devices are helpful for reducing pain and muscle spasms, although effectiveness can vary by patient.

The discoloration in your lower leg is from of iron leaking from the leg veins into the surrounding tissues, caused by poor circulation or also called peripheral vascular disease (PVD). The MedMassager helps stimulate blood circulation and therefore can help reduce this discoloration.

While individual results may vary, many people who use MedMassager report regaining some feeling in their feet. The oscillating nature of the massaging effect helps reduce swelling in the feet, which can improve nerve function.

Your doctor is the most reliable source when deciding whether to use additional medical devices. Since MedMassager is an oscillating machine, we recommend consulting with your doctor to determine if it is appropriate for your specific condition.

Joints that are worn down by arthritis become unstable, putting your muscles, tendons, and ligaments in an abnormal position that causes inflammation and irritation in the tissue. The MedMassager helps stimulate swollen areas to give temporary relief to arthritic pain.

Achilles tendon tears are common in active individuals as they age, and aging tendons tend to have less elasticity and are more prone to tears that remain tight even after surgical procedures. MedMassager helps relax the tendon, reducing tightness and soreness.

Tension headaches are often caused by tight muscles in the shoulders and back of the neck. Using MedMassager to massage the tender points on both sides of the neck can relax these muscles and reduce the intensity of headaches.

A chronic pain cycle typically involves intense pain caused by muscle spasms in the lower back. The muscles tighten, and lactic acid builds up, causing irritation and repeated spasms. MedMassager helps by dilating blood vessels, which allows for internal tissue cleansing and reduction in muscle pain.

If you have had compression fractures, especially in the spine, consult with your doctor before using MedMassager or any at-home massage treatment. Avoid massaging directly over the spine.

Consult your doctor before using any massaging device after cervical spine fusion surgery. It is generally best to allow the bones and tissues in the neck to heal for at least 6 months before beginning any at-home massage treatment.

Itching can happen due to increased blood flow and nerve stimulation, especially if your muscles aren’t used to regular activity. Initial use may also release built-up lactic acid in inactive muscles or trigger a natural histamine response in the skin. If irritation worsens, stop use and consult your doctor.

MedMassager's foot massager can provide relief from pain and inflammation associated with bunions and other arthritic conditions. However, it is advisable to consult a podiatrist or orthopedic surgeon for a comprehensive long-term treatment plan.

There is no medical evidence linking any massage technique to weight loss. However, MedMassager stimulates tissue cells to absorb fluids more efficiently, which can help with the loss of water weight.

The body massager is safe to use during your menstrual cycle and can provide relief from cramping pain by stimulating the lower back and tummy area, depending on individual comfort levels.

Due to potential complications in the uterus and an increased risk of blood clots, we do not recommend that pregnant women use the MedMassager.

We do not recommend using any type of massage device over areas prone to blood clots. Always consult with a doctor before attempting home treatment if you suffer from blood clotting disorders.

MedMassager devices are safe to use for individuals with Multiple Sclerosis or Parkinson's disease. However, the level of comfort and effectiveness will depend on the severity of each individual's symptoms.

Since a pacemaker is an electronic device, MedMassager should not be used in the area where the pacemaker is implanted to avoid any interference. There are no electrical waves produced by MedMassager.